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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2000 · 1,895 cc

L31 KSBMOT history

L31 KSB is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Jul 2000. Its MOT expired on 17 Oct 2026 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 166,225 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2025.

L31 KSB grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Oct 2026
Mileage
166,225 mi
At MOT on 18 Oct 2025
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,428 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L31 KSB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Jul 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L31 KSB was last recorded at 166,225 miles on 18 Oct 2025, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,218 miles · 17 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
6,428 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 166,225 miles
  • 2024 – 162,461 miles
  • 2023 – 159,640 miles
  • 2022 – 159,615 miles
  • 2020 – 159,589 miles
  • 2018 – 159,094 miles
  • 2017 – 158,597 miles
  • 2016 – 155,621 miles
  • 2015 – 148,709 miles
  • 2013 – 138,082 miles
  • 2012 – 116,843 miles
  • 2011 – 98,935 miles
  • 2010 – 79,857 miles
  • 2009 – 64,716 miles
  • 2007 – 52,848 miles
  • 2006 – 40,014 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,225 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

25 tests since 28 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,225 miles (+7)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    166,225 miles
    Test number
    238512004106
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail166,218 miles (+3,757)3 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,218 miles
    Test number
    578495829148
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass162,461 miles (+76)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    162,461 miles
    Test number
    653514730224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill plastic covers fitted (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill plastic covers fitted (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail162,385 miles (+2,745)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,385 miles
    Test number
    877829614749
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Arm inner joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody floor and suspension components corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad wire not connected
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Age cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Age cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Age cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  5. Pass159,640 miles (+25)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    159,640 miles
    Test number
    863993101824
    • AdvisoryRear Parking (secondary brake) (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

  6. Pass159,615 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    159,615 miles
    Test number
    987438792852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail159,615 miles (+26)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,615 miles
    Test number
    696503399651
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass159,589 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    159,589 miles
    Test number
    851064877329
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail159,589 miles (+495)1 dangerous7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,589 miles
    Test number
    132973898194
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass159,094 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    159,094 miles
    Test number
    125778732987
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail159,094 miles (+497)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,094 miles
    Test number
    881790253867
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass158,597 miles (+22)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    158,597 miles
    Test number
    141895165235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail158,575 miles (+2,954)4 failures2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,575 miles
    Test number
    963429346521
    • FailureCentral Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass155,621 miles (+6,912)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    155,621 miles
    Test number
    139845365268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear (2.5.A.1c)

  15. Pass148,709 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    148,709 miles
    Test number
    546001595001
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail148,709 miles (+10,627)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,709 miles
    Test number
    155301695090
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass138,082 miles (+389)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    138,082 miles
    Test number
    936939633304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail137,693 miles (+20,850)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,693 miles
    Test number
    775951833332
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass116,843 miles (+17,908)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    116,843 miles
    Test number
    669115422194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass98,935 miles (+19,078)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    98,935 miles
    Test number
    485072161006
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Pass79,857 miles (+15,141)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    79,857 miles
    Test number
    502413660014
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass64,716 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    64,716 miles
    Test number
    972675469070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail64,716 miles (+11,868)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,716 miles
    Test number
    951784169071
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass52,848 miles (+12,834)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    52,848 miles
    Test number
    384114987450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass40,014 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    40,014 miles
    Test number
    952749956020
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about L31 KSB

Does L31 KSB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L31 KSB expired on 17 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L31 KSB?
The MOT on L31 KSB expired on 17 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L31 KSB done?
L31 KSB was recorded at 166,225 miles at its MOT on 18 Oct 2025, an average of 6,428 miles a year.
Has L31 KSB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L31 KSB has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on L31 KSB ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L31 KSB find?
L31 KSB passed its latest MOT on 18 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; offside inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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